Intriguing Stephen King/King Related/Dark Tower Auctions-Sales

[Merlin1958]

A bit worn, but I haven't seen many in mint condition:
STEPHEN KING BOXED BOOK SET SIGNET GIFT PACK FIRESTARTER SHINING SALEMS LOT



$20, 1 bid:
SHIVERS 7 (Rare Cemetery Dance ARC/Proof - Stephen King,Clive Barker,Partridge)


$1 starting bid (yes one dollar!):
Wizard and Glass Bk. 4 by Stephen King (1997, Hardcover)

Originally, my first read of each title shown was these PB's. back n forth on the LIRR!!!! LOL

[Coulrophobia]

STEPHEN KING An extensive collection of inscribed volumes, signed limited editions, first and early printings, and contributions by Stephen King and his various pseudonyms.


Various places, dates and publishers, 1969-present. The collection containing approximately 100 items in original bindings or wrappers ranging from slipcased signed limited editions to paperbacks and magazine contributions. Condition fine overall except in rare instances noted below.
Signed limited editions include Christine (1983, one of 1000 signed copies, fine in jacket); Cujo (1981, one of 750 copies, fine); The Stand: Complete and Uncut (1990, one of 1250 signed copies, in original glassine, wooden box and shipping container, fine); numerous others including Dolan's Cadillac, Skeleton Crew, The Eyes of the Dragon, From a Buick 8. Inscribed volumes include Carrie (1974), The Shining (1977), Salem's Lot (1975), these three each inscribed to Jim French in 1980-81, later printings, dampstain to jacket of The Shining. Signed books include Thinner signed as both Richard Bachman and Stephen King in 1987 (stated first printing 1984, a few nicks to jacket); Danse Macabre (1981). First and early editions include Night Shift, It, Pet Sematary, Cujo, Needful Things, Christine and many others including titles from the The Dark Tower series and more recent works. Illustrated works include My Pretty Pony (trade issue), The Cycle of the Werewolf, the Gunslinger, etc. Ephemera includes an 1969 issue of Starling Mystery and King contributions to Gallery magazine, several paperback editions of early Richard Bachman titles such as The Running Man, Rage, etc. Related works include the signed limited editions of Bare Bones, Feast of Fear, Night Visions, Whispers and others.

A true fan's collection of Stephen King rarities, assembled over a twenty-year period. Estimate $7,000-10,000
http://www.doylenewyork.com/asp/full...refno=++935167

[Roseannebarr]

[QUOTE=Coulrophobia;769318]STEPHEN KING An extensive collection of inscribed volumes, signed limited editions, first and early printings, and contributions by Stephen King and his various pseudonyms.


Starting bid is $3500

[jon10g]

How much do people think this lot is worth?

[Cook]

How much do people think this lot is worth?

The listing & pictures are pretty vague.

[Randall Flagg]

$188 BIN (Issue was $180):
The Colorado Kid by Stephen King 3HC versions / slipcase / limited




Starting at $75 issue price:
SECRETARY OF DREAMS VOLUME 2 (2010) BY STEPHEN KING WITH SLIPCOVER

$26.95 on DJ, 17th printing, $27 BIN:

stephen king night shift 1991...FIRST EDITION reprint...BEAUTIFUL




$35 on DJ, BIN $26:
Night Shift by Stephen King 1993, Hardcover with Dust Jacket LIKE NEW

[Coulrophobia]

How much do people think this lot is worth?

The listing & pictures are pretty vague.

Beyond vague, and I do not understand why. In today's day and age I am surprised how these auction houses leave so much information out that is in my opinion required information.

[Roseannebarr]

How much do people think this lot is worth?

The listing & pictures are pretty vague.

Beyond vague, and I do not understand why. In today's day and age I am surprised how these auction houses leave so much information out that is in my opinion required information.

And there is a 25% charge on top of the winning bid!!!!!!!!!! If you win the auction for $8000 you are paying $10000!!!!!!!!!!!!

[thegunslinger41]

Yeah, kinda sucks ballz to pay the extra 25%. Similar to the HA auctions.

[Randall Flagg]

I am going out on a limb and saying I believe this is legit.
The "S" in Stephen is dead on.
Stephen King Signed Magazine Page Rare

[Randall Flagg]

For "Boxed Set" DVD collector's. $15, Four DVD's:
Stephen King DVD Collector Set (DVD, 2003, 4-Disc Set)

[Randall Flagg]

Caveat-this book is for sale by a member here. I won't debate the grading in advance, just post the link. Discussion?
Stephen King Gunslinger 1st/1st in F/NF .

[Jimimck]

Caveat-this book is for sale by a member here. I won't debate the grading in advance, just post the link. Discussion?
Stephen King Gunslinger 1st/1st in F/NF .

When I read fine for a dustjacket description, I don't expect to see any defects.

**edit** when I see a F/NF I assume (perhaps incorrectly?) that the first F relates to the dustjacket, with the book being described secondary. I just read further detail in the auction that says dustjacket is NF. So my initial comments may not be warranted, but then again, not sure if that dustjacket would meet NF conditions either...

[sgc1999]

the book is fine the dj is the NF.

[Coulrophobia]

Does age factor into the condition terms of a book? What I mean is say a book from 1938 that has visible defects to the cover, and to the book itself is it considered fine based on the age? Versus say a book from 2000 that should have no real defects at all which then would be given a condition of Fine/Fine? I never really purchased older books before, and books seems to have a much different grade system than say sports cards. Thank you in advance for any clarification.

[Shannon]

I would say that age doesn't factor into condition. When you start grading books, you're looking at edgewear, cornerwear, bumps, tears, rips, stains, binding, rubbing, scratches, yellowing pages, smoke smell, etc etc etc. It shouldn't matter if the book is new or one hundred years old, you would still grade it the same. You can say "This is in fantastic condition FOR ITS AGE," but that's about it.

[Coulrophobia]

Dark Tower, (The Mist)
Medium: Acrylic paints and colored pencils on gessoed board
Size: 30x40 inches
Year 2007

The Mist: The movie begins with David Drayton, the main character, hand painting a movie poster for an upcoming film. He is a poster artist. A collection of his other original works, including posters from The Thing, Shawshank Redemption, Pan's Labyrinth, Green Mile and other paintings actually by drew can be seen in his studio. He is painting a picture known immediately to Stephen King fans to be for his The Dark Tower. This is the original painting created for the film.
$120,000.00

Spoiler:

http://www.drewstruzan.com/illustrat...1&type=mp&gs=2

[killbourne]

Dark Tower, (The Mist)
Medium: Acrylic paints and colored pencils on gessoed board
Size: 30x40 inches
Year 2007

The Mist: The movie begins with David Drayton, the main character, hand painting a movie poster for an upcoming film. He is a poster artist. A collection of his other original works, including posters from The Thing, Shawshank Redemption, Pan's Labyrinth, Green Mile and other paintings actually by drew can be seen in his studio. He is painting a picture known immediately to Stephen King fans to be for his The Dark Tower. This is the original painting created for the film.
$120,000.00

Spoiler:

http://www.drewstruzan.com/illustrat...1&type=mp&gs=2

let me start rolling my pennies up.

[barlow]

Dark Tower, (The Mist)
Medium: Acrylic paints and colored pencils on gessoed board
Size: 30x40 inches
Year 2007

The Mist: The movie begins with David Drayton, the main character, hand painting a movie poster for an upcoming film. He is a poster artist. A collection of his other original works, including posters from The Thing, Shawshank Redemption, Pan's Labyrinth, Green Mile and other paintings actually by drew can be seen in his studio. He is painting a picture known immediately to Stephen King fans to be for his The Dark Tower. This is the original painting created for the film.
$120,000.00

Spoiler:

http://www.drewstruzan.com/illustrat...1&type=mp&gs=2

I could swear I saw a picture of King's office with that painting in it... maybe it was on loan?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Dark Tower, (The Mist)
Medium: Acrylic paints and colored pencils on gessoed board
Size: 30x40 inches
Year 2007

The Mist: The movie begins with David Drayton, the main character, hand painting a movie poster for an upcoming film. He is a poster artist. A collection of his other original works, including posters from The Thing, Shawshank Redemption, Pan's Labyrinth, Green Mile and other paintings actually by drew can be seen in his studio. He is painting a picture known immediately to Stephen King fans to be for his The Dark Tower. This is the original painting created for the film.
$120,000.00

Spoiler:

http://www.drewstruzan.com/illustrat...1&type=mp&gs=2

I could swear I saw a picture of King's office with that painting in it... maybe it was on loan?

It is in King's office. Frank Darabont bought it and gave it to King.

[Bev Vincent]

The picture you saw was in The Stephen King Illustrated Companion -- it was taken by the documents researcher for that book.

[divemaster]

...when I see a F/NF I assume (perhaps incorrectly?) that the first F relates to the dustjacket, with the book being described secondary. I just read further detail in the auction that says dustjacket is NF. So my initial comments may not be warranted, but then again, not sure if that dustjacket would meet NF conditions either...

The first letter is the grade for the book; the second letter is the grade for the dust jacket.

[Tito_Villa]

That's what i always assumed too

[Randall Flagg]

Does age factor into the condition terms of a book? What I mean is say a book from 1938 that has visible defects to the cover, and to the book itself is it considered fine based on the age? Versus say a book from 2000 that should have no real defects at all which then would be given a condition of Fine/Fine? I never really purchased older books before, and books seems to have a much different grade system than say sports cards. Thank you in advance for any clarification.

I would say that age doesn't factor into condition. When you start grading books, you're looking at edgewear, cornerwear, bumps, tears, rips, stains, binding, rubbing, scratches, yellowing pages, smoke smell, etc etc etc. It shouldn't matter if the book is new or one hundred years old, you would still grade it the same. You can say "This is in fantastic condition FOR ITS AGE," but that's about it.

I would say that age does play a factor. A Night Shift DJ might be slightly faded and considered NF+. Age does not mean that defects should not be mentioned.

[Randall Flagg]

I think seller is a member here. $249 start:
STEPHEN KING FULL DARK, NO STARS HC SIGNED 1ST/1ST US EDITION

Issue price was 100 Pounds (~$154). BIN is $129.99:
STEPHEN KING 11/22/63 UK 664/700 SIGNED facsimile LIMITED S/L as new w/SLIPCASE



Stephen King DOLAN'S CADILLAC 75/250 Rare SIGNED LIMITED S/L as new DELUXE Ed.!